Users can keep their email or social media accounts secure even if their usernames and passwords have been compromised by using two-factor authentication. Here are some tips and products which can help users stay safe while they are online. Encrypt your dataDeploying a Virtual Private Network (VPN) in WiFi networks at home or directly on the device using a VPN app is another effective way of keeping your data secure. VPN adds a layer of security to your online communications by transmitting them through remote servers located in different countries. Most genuine websites rely on universally accepted security protocols such as HTTPS (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure) to protect users and keep their transactions secure.

Source: Mint February 06, 2018 06:33 UTC